Goodnight Bubbala: A Joyful Parody


Sheryl Haft - 2019
    Includes an exclusive latke recipe by Ina Garten, TV's Barefoot Contessa!In the small blue room there was a bubbala, and a little shmatta, and then--oy vey!--came the whole mishpacha! This zesty parody of one of America's favorite picture books offers a very different bedtime routine: one that is full of family exuberance and love. Instead of whispers of "hush," this bedtime includes dancing and kvelling, and of course, noshing--because this little bunny is a Jewish bunny, and this joyous book celebrates the Jewish values of cherishing your loved ones, expressing gratitude, and being generous.Filled with Yiddish words, the book includes a phonetic glossary and even an easy latke recipe by beloved cookbook author Ina Garten, who calls the book "brilliant, beautiful, important, and so much fun!"

Crybaby


Karen Beaumont - 2015
    But all their rushing and hushing, tickling and rocking, and feeding and burping can't stop Baby's tears. Roy, the old retriever, knows what Baby needs to fall asleep—her little white sheep! In this rhythmic and soothing lullaby of a story, doggy knows best. Good boy, Roy!

Hanukkah at Valley Forge


Stephen Krensky - 2006
    ?Quietly beautiful watercolor illustrations draw a visual distinction between the frigid blue Pennsylvania night and the golden light of ancient Israel, which is further reflected in the warm glow of the Hanukkah candles.? ?"School Library Journal"

Take the Dog Out!


Lynne Dempsey - 2013
    When the family ignores the barks, baking pans fly through the air, coffee splashes on the carpet, and Grandma gets wrapped in a cloud of toilet paper. Eventually, the family decides a walk outside is what they ALL need. Count the barks, find the dog bones, and look for the color red on each page. "Take the Dog Out!" is a Readers' Favorite 2014 Gold Medal Winner, an International Book Awards Finalist, a USA Best Book Awards Finalist, a Book Readers Appreciation Group Medallion Honoree, and a Global Ebook Award Nominee. "a delightful, interactive dog story." -Midwest Book Review "entertain your children as you read it to them over and over" -Readers' Favorite "This charming book with its delightful illustrations will quickly become a bookshelf favorite." -Bobbi Carducci, award-winning author of Storee Wryter Gets a Dog. Scroll up and grab a copy today.

Snow in Jerusalem


Deborah da Costa - 2001
    To each boy, the other's neighborhood is an alien land. And although neither boy knows it, both are caring for the same beautiful white stray cat.One day the boys follow the cat as she travels the winding streets and crosses the boundaries between the city's quarters. And on this journey something wonderful happens, as unexpected as a snowfall in Jerusalem.

Corgiville Christmas


Tasha Tudor - 2003
    Mr. and Mrs. Bigbee Brown warm themselves by the wood stove as they drink their tea. Mr. Chicahominy, his two wives, and mother-in-law live in a house overlooking the pond. During the season he puts his haberdashery on wheels, peddling by wagon all about town. Families make special wreaths for the animals, and age Dundee cake for months. Finally, on December 25, the parlor door opens to reveal a magnificent Christmas tree with lighted candles and shining ornaments.

Snoopy the Flying Ace


Charles M. Schulz - 1971
    it’s a plane . . . it’s Snoopy! As he zooms through the air and fights off the infamous Red Baron, nothing can stop this flying ace and his Sopwith Camel—except maybe dinner.

Valentine's Day


Anne Rockwell - 2000
    Madoff's class is ready to celebrate. Everyone is making valentines for their friend Michiko in Japan. Jessica writes a poem, Charlie draws an airplane, and Eveline uses lace and lots of shiny stickers. No matter how far apart Michiko and her friends are, making valentines can bring them together!

Don't Lick the Dog: Making Friends with Dogs


Wendy Wahman - 2009
    This humorous how-to manual shows kids the best ways to interact with unfamiliar dogs, providing helpful tips about all sorts of dog behavior. Children often don't understand what dogs' actions mean and can misinterpret a threatening signal for a friendly one and vice versa. Kids and parents will return to Wendy Wahman's playful illustrations again and again for useful reminders: Slow Down. Stay very still. And remember, don't lick the dog!

The Carp in the Bathtub


Barbara Cohen - 1972
    Just before Passover, Leah and Harry befriend a carp and attempt to keep their mother from turning it into her famous gefilte fish.

Railroad Hank


Lisa Moser - 2012
    She's feeling kind of blue. Along the way, he stops to talk to Missy May, Country Carl, Cinnamon Cobbler, and Reel-'Em-In Sam. Each friend offers up something to cheer Granny Bett, but Hank has bigger ideas. By the time he reaches the mountaintop, his train is bursting with crazy cargo! And Granny Bett has a great idea for what to do with it all.

Dump Dinners: The Absolute Best Dump Dinners Cookbook: 75 Amazingly Easy Recipes for Your Favorite Comfort Foods


Rockridge Press - 2015
    Getting a home-cooked meal on the table during a busy weeknight can be challenging, but The Absolute Best Dump Dinners Cookbook will show you how to make the most of pantry staples, pre-prepped fresh vegetables, and hidden gems in the frozen aisle to create comforting, delicious meals the whole family will love. Inside you’ll find: • 75 incredibly flavorful recipes, including One-Pot Tomato-Basil Pasta, Chicken Enchilada Skillet, and Bacon, Potato, and Cheddar Frittata • Handy tips for prepping meals in advance and freezing so you can prep once and eat all week • Recommended ingredients to always keep on hand for when you need to toss something together quickly • 10 stunning salad recipes for when you’re craving something fresh

Here Comes the Easter Cat


Deborah Underwood - 2014
    So he decides to take over: He dons his sparkly suit, jumps on his Harley, and roars off into the night. But it turns out delivering Easter eggs is hard work. And it doesn't leave much time for naps (of which Cat has taken five--no, seven). So when a pooped-out Easter Bunny shows up, and with a treat for Cat, what will Cat do? His surprise solution will be stylish, smart, and even--yes--kind.

Maxwell Quick Medical Reference


Robert W. Maxwell - 1996
    Perfect to keep in scrub pockets, lab coats or white coats.

Madeline and Her Dog


John Bemelmans Marciano - 2011
    Madeline's puppy, Genevieve, is a very curious dog! She always has her nose to the ground, looking for tasty treats. In this delightful story, she finds some yummy things to eat - in the trash and along the river! Pee-yew! Madeline must give Genevieve a bath . . . funny moments follow! This easy-to-read book is written in rhyme, and there are full-color illustrations throughout in the same charming style as the original Madeline books.